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DIG DUG (compatible with Atari 2600+, Atari 7800+ and Atari 7800 video game systems)
PLAION

DIG DUG (compatible with Atari 2600+, Atari 7800+ and Atari 7800 video game systems)

Bottom line: The DIG DUG (compatible with Atari 2600+, Atari 7800+ and Atari 7800 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the games & cartridges category, priced around $41.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

$41.00

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Dig through dirt to create tunnels and strategically trap enemies.
  • ✓ Backed by PLAION's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Burrow through dirt to hunt down Pookas and Fygars. Inflate them until they pop - or drop rocks for a crushing finish! With strategic digging and fast action, DIG DUG is a classic challenge as fun as it is explosive. Ready to dig in?

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored DIG DUG (compatible with Atari 2600+, Atari 7800+ and Atari 7800… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the games & cartridges category. PLAION's games & cartridges lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for games & cartridges of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Dig through dirt to create tunnels and strategically trap enemies.
  • Use your air pump to inflate and pop enemies or drop rocks on them for extra points.
  • Face off against Pookas (red, goggle-wearing creatures) and Fygars (fire-breathing dragons).
  • Plan your tunnels to lure enemies under falling rocks for chain combos and high scores.

Full Specifications

BrandPLAION
LanguageEnglish
Type of itemCD-ROM

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DIG DUG (compatible with Atari 2600+, Atari 7800+ and Atari 7800 video game systems) is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

Buy on Amazon — $41.00

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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